Nam Wa River whitewater rafting
If you have a passion for extreme sports, it’s impossible not to include whitewater rafting. It’s a fun and thrilling sport that will get your adrenaline pumping through your veins as you ride the rapids. On top of that, you get a chance to marvel at the natural landscape around you.
So, next time you find yourself planning a trip to Nan, don’t forget to add the Nam Wa River Tour and whitewater rafting to your activity list. Here, you can participate in whitewater rafting through the rapids of 120 km. The fun experience will be one of the unforgettable memories during your Nan trip.
Go on an adventure with 2D1N whitewater rafting along the river
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If this outdoor activity piques your interest, check out ล่องเเก่งน้ำว้า แจงแอนด์เจทัวร์. They offer a 2D1N whitewater rafting program that guarantees a thrilling time with your friends as you paddle through swift river rapids. The program costs ฿4,000 (~USD111.24) per person. This price includes a 1-night homestay, five meals, safety gear, professional staff, and shuttle service from a bus terminal in Nan.
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Before the fun starts, you will be given instructions by their staff for safety. It takes about 20-30 minutes. And, you have to put your belongings into a waterproof bag provided by the place.
The journey will start at Ban Rim Wa, Bo Kluea District. The first day’s adventure will cover a distance of 40 kilometres, lasting about 5-6 hours, and along the way, you’ll encounter different levels of rapids. You’ll definitely hit some crazy rapids that’ll give you an adrenaline rush and have you and your buddies cracking up nonstop.
Also, while navigating, the lush and vibrant vegetation lining both banks will serve as a feast for the eyes.
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After the first journey is done, you’ll spend a night at Mae Sanan Camp before going on the next adventure on the second day. Here, you can enjoy cooking, appreciating nature’s tranquillity, and chatting with friends during a peaceful night. However, we encourage you to have a good rest and be ready for what lies ahead in the following day.
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Day two promises double the excitement with its challenging, rapid-filled stretches and an 80-kilometer journey, twice the length of day one. Screaming is all you can hear along the way during this thrilling whitewater rafting experience.
Once you make it to the end, you’ll feel nothing but pride and pure enjoyment. It can feel as if you’ve accomplished something great in your life. Every moment spent on the journey will become memories you’ll fondly reminisce about with your friends later on.
Getting to Nam Wa River in Nan
Whitewater rafting is a fun activity that captures the hearts of outdoor enthusiasts. The best time to enjoy this water adventure in Thailand is from July to November, coinciding with the rainy season when Thai rivers are brimming with exciting rapids.
Getting to Nam Wa River is a breeze if you’re considering the Nam Wa River Tour. If you take a bus from Bangkok to Nan Bus Terminal, you can contact the activity arranger and they will pick you up at the terminal, as the pick-up is included in the price.
For those who have never experienced this activity before, we recommend giving it a try, and you will love it.
Feel free to explore Bayon Thasai in Chonburi which offers fun ATV riding, Swing Bar which is a rooftop bar with a perfect sunset view, and The Local: authentic family recipes from fried seabass to run juan curry in a vintage Thai building.
Address: Ban Sob Mang, Phu Fa, Bo Kluea District, Nan 55220
Opening hours: 24hr, Daily
Contact: +668 1765 4194 | Jay & Jang Tour Nam Wa Rafting’s Facebook | Google Maps
Cover image adapted from: @deaw_nawmwa_nan via Instagram